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Despite outflows due to foreign debt repayment, the reserves remain robust
Jan inflation stands high at 28.3%, in line with finance ministry’s projection
KSE-100 index rises 414.56 points, settles at 62,393.74
Under IMF arrangement, shortfall of over 1% may necessitate a mini-budget
Rajput credits this positive shift to strict fiscal discipline, adherence to conditions of IMF Standby Agreement
Lifts 2024 growth outlook, predicts ‘election year’ could boost economic activity
IMF programme becomes root problem, prevents SBP from lowering key rate
Govt increases financial support for poor in line with commitment to IMF
SIFC arm gives directive to seek lender’s approval for Rs1.27tr debt settlement plan
Settles at 279.67 vs dollar with better foreign currency inflows